Instructions for Use
Precellys
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5.2.4 Opening the Cover
WARNING:
Never open the cover while the unit is running.
To open the cover, push the locking handle and raise the cover until you reach a stop.
5.2.5 Loading Grinding Tubes
Grinding tubes (filled with samples) are placed on the holder, and are held down with the indented
plate. The latter has to be removed for loading and unloading tubes.
A vacuum system holds the indented plate onto the holder. The indented plate’s prongs maintain
tubes in place while the unit is running, and tubes are freed when the vacuum stops (a few seconds
after the end of the run).
1. Remove the indented plate.
2. Place grinding tubes symmetrically onto the holder.
3. Put the indented plate back in place.
Note : When loading tubes, make sure that:
The toric joint is properly installed on the holder’s groove.
The indented plate must be centred on the holder and placed on the toric joint. A
positioning guide helps the operator to place the indented plate properly.
5.2.6 Closing the Cover
Close the cover until the locking handle is locked.